Mattresses & Mirrors
If you wake up tired every day it might be
because you have a tired foam or older mattress – with proper care good
mattresses are designed to last for five to ten years but many people use them
far longer. There are several ways to
prolong the life of a mattress; always use a mattress protector to help reduce
dirt and dust and keep the actual mattress as clean as possible. Older mattresses
should be rotated and turned to even out the wear patterns – this is especially
important if one user is far heavier or larger than the other.
If your
mattress leaves something to be desired but a new one is not in the budget or
if you simply wish to experience a better night’s sleep then a mattress
enhancer such as a memory
foam or feather mattress topper is a great
idea. There have been many technological advances with certain styles designed
to alleviate motion transfer when one sleeping partner rolls over; others are
designed to reduce pressure points and soothe aching muscles. With a new
mattress topper you can get many of the same benefits as those offered by the
fancy new pillow top mattresses without needing to actually buy a new mattress.
Many things contribute to facilitating a
good nights’ sleep. Experts say you should use the bedroom for sleeping, not as
a place to work or even read in bed; the room should be as dark as possible so
room darkening shades are often recommend. The room should be quiet and
comfortable – you may wish to incorporate some elements of fengshui by
strategically placing bathroom, wall and other mirrors throughout the bedroom
to make it appear larger and more tranquil.